Open Rank Anatomy Faculty in San Antonio bei University of Texas Health San Antonio

The University of Texas Health San Antonio
Department of Cell Systems & Anatomy

Anatomy Faculty Position - Assistant/Associate Professor

The Department of Cell Systems & Anatomy (CSA), Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at University of Texas Health San Antonio (UTHSA) is inviting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor rank anatomy faculty position.

We seek candidates with a strong interest and experience in teaching human gross anatomy for dental, medical, health professions, and/or graduate students. Candidates should hold a PhD, MD, DDS, DVM, dual degrees, or international equivalent degrees.

The ideal applicant will have formal coursework and experience teaching human full-body dissection gross anatomy to dental, medical, or health professional students, enabling them to actively contribute to gross anatomy courses immediately. Experience with embryology, histology, and/or neuroanatomy is preferred but not required. CSA has a rich history of teaching and research excellence and innovation. Evidence of a strong commitment to excellence in teaching is preferred. Potential applicants are invited to visit our website https://lsom.uthscsa.edu/dcsa/.

The primary responsibilities will include contributing to high-quality anatomical instruction, incorporating modern digital technology, preparing and administering courses, delivering lectures, assessing student performance, and faculty collaboration. Teaching formats include large-group lectures, small group active learning, and cadaveric dissection laboratory sessions. Experience with clinical case-based, team-based, and self-directed active learning pedagogy is preferred. The successful applicant will participate in scholarship, departmental, university, and external service activities to enhance their career development as a faculty member. Research in CSA encompasses graduate and undergraduate health profession education best practices and innovations, anatomic variations, cancer biology, aging, neuroscience, and stem cell biology.

In addition to clinical and academic departments, UTHSA is enriched by the Nathan Shock Center for Excellence in Biology of Aging, an NCI-designated Cancer Center, an NIH-funded Clinical Translational Science Award, and the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute. UTHSA is designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution. This is a wonderful opportunity for a new faculty member to join a department with outstanding educators and a diverse research portfolio in an institution that values clinical service, teaching, and research.

UTHSA is a Tier One research institution located in northwest San Antonio, which sits as a gateway to the picturesque Texas Hill Country. San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, offering an appealing cost-of-living, vibrant culture and rich history.

For full consideration please visit the UT Health Careers applicant portal at: https://wp.uthscsa.edu/careers/ to apply for position 25000300. Please upload a single PDF including: 1) statement of interest; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) teaching philosophy statement with evidence of instructional experience in human gross anatomy; 4) teaching evaluations if available; 5) research or scholarship plans; and 6) full contact information of at least four academic or professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for fulltime employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability- Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.

Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.

Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.

Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.

Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.